Can three-dimensional silicon-based lithium-ion microbatteries be used in miniaturized electronics?

Three-dimensional silicon-based lithium-ion microbatteries have potential use in miniaturized electronics that require independent energy storage. Here, their developments are discussed in terms of their material compatibility, cell designs, fabrication methods, and performance in various applications.

What is silicon based lithium-ion microbatteries?

Combined with silicon as a high-capacity anode material, the performance of the microbatteries can be further enhanced. In this review, the latest developments in three-dimensional silicon-based lithium-ion microbatteries are discussed in terms of material compatibility, cell designs, fabrication methods, and performance in various applications.

How are all-solid-state micro lithium-ion batteries fabricated?

All-solid-state micro lithium-ion batteries fabricated by using dry polymer electrolyte with micro-phase separation structure. Electrochem. Commun. 9, 2013–2017 (2007). Long, J. W., Dunn, B., Rolison, D. R. & White, H. S. 3D architectures for batteries and electrodes. Adv. Energy Mater. 10, 1–6 (2020).

What drives the semiconductor content of battery systems?

The semiconductor content of battery systems, as well as the use of semiconductor processes to build batteries, is driven by lithium-ion and, increasingly, by sustainability requirements.

Can micro-lithium-ion-battery energize smart devices?

Meanwhile, the so-called micro-lithium-ion-battery (micro-LIB) emerges as a more promising candidate to energize smart devices since it can provide power in micro- to milliwatt regimes with a relatively small footprint area 16. The fabrication of such a small energy storage device is not as simple as reducing the size of a conventional battery 17.

Are three electrodes in one enclosure a milestone in solar battery integration?

A similar device has recently also been published for Li–S batteries. (40) To conclude, the family of devices consisting of three electrodes in one enclosure presents a further step toward integration and marks a significant milestone in the solar battery field.